Buying a Rubi. What are your thoughts?

[Jjirish]

Hey jeep peeps,

So I convinced the wifey to take my JLU sport and I'm pulling the trigger on a Rubi. What color should i get and should i keep 4 doors or buy a 2 door shorty. Please help a fella out with opinions and pics

Thank you

I've been blessed with 6 2 doors, and 2 4 door models over the years. I will never go back to a 4 door. They are great don't get me wrong... but a 2 door gives me the true jeep feel my soul craves (my first choice would be a TJ)... 4 doors have great space but they are big. I vote 2 door. As for colors.... my favorite one for me so far is black (I know its basic but thats bc gecko green isnt available).... just choose what makes you feel bad a$$ driving it.
At the end of the day... if you've got a jeep, you're already one lucky ducky!

Here's the last 4 door I had. I loved it... then I got bored of the "cuteness" factor and I wasn't removing the shamrocks.. now I'm still in limbo on how to personalize my black rubi.... jeeps are GREAT!
ENJOY BEING A 2 JEEP FAMILY! FAMILY GOALS....

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[higbyz]

But he can take the top off his wife. And the bottoms too. he has to weigh that into his decision. Take the top off the Jeep or the wife?

Not bad. Sexist , but not bad.

 

[Notorious]

Not bad. Sexist , but not bad.

The OP’s name and original post gives the assumption that the OP is a male currently involved in a traditional, heterosexual marriage.

 

[Bradley Dee]

Granite crystal metallic. is a fantastic color with red accents

Looks like the one I just got! Beautiful color!

 

[hawgwld]

Here is ours. Wife picked Bikini Pearl. I have to admit I liked it after I saw it and there are not many around here. I would have liked the diesel, since it is her daily it was not as practical for her. Diesel is not available at ever station we use.

 

[HellaYella]

Before you invest in a Rubi research issues with the infotainment system, radio low volume, blue screen backup camera. One year and 2,700 miles of frustration sold mine.

 

[Andy2434]

Bad news guys... now my wife is pushing for a 2021 kia Telluride ugh. There goes my rubi chance. How can I change her mind. Help me out

Happy wife, happy life.

It's a done deal. Congrats to your wife. Enjoy your new Kia Telluride.

 

[OffRoadStevo]

Do it! Get a white one with 4 doors IMHO

 

[Realestaterob8008]

I ended up getting Blk because no one had the stingray gray when I bought mine but I love the blk also!

 

[sixspeed]

What we like should not matter. Get the color you want most. I always like the military inspired colors. Sarge Green just became available. Sting Gray is awesome. I wish Gobi or another tan was available. You can't go wrong with any of the "fun" colors either. No bad choices.

You have a 4-door already. Maybe try a 2-door.

I am biased towards 2-door models. I own a Granite Crystal Metallic 2-door Rubicon and would buy another 2-door the next time around. I love the look, compact size, the short wheel base and maneuverability.

I HIGHLY recommend these options:
LED headlights (Best headlight I have ever had on any vehicle)
8.4" Infotainment w/ Alpine (Larger screen is nice, the Alpine is worth it alone)
Proximity Door Locks (A lot of people regret not getting this and adding it is not easy)
Tow Package with HD electrical and most importantly the Auxiliary switches (Makes wiring a breeze)

Check out the Rubicon based Recon. It's good value IF you want the options it has. You save a little cash also because they bundles options.

Have fun deciding and building your Rubicon!

I agree that the LED headlights are very good.

What we like should not matter. Get the color you want most. I always like the military inspired colors. Sarge Green just became available. Sting Gray is awesome. I wish Gobi or another tan was available. You can't go wrong with any of the "fun" colors either. No bad choices.

You have a 4-door already. Maybe try a 2-door.

I am biased towards 2-door models. I own a Granite Crystal Metallic 2-door Rubicon and would buy another 2-door the next time around. I love the look, compact size, the short wheel base and maneuverability.

I HIGHLY recommend these options:
LED headlights (Best headlight I have ever had on any vehicle)
8.4" Infotainment w/ Alpine (Larger screen is nice, the Alpine is worth it alone)
Proximity Door Locks (A lot of people regret not getting this and adding it is not easy)
Tow Package with HD electrical and most importantly the Auxiliary switches (Makes wiring a breeze)

Check out the Rubicon based Recon. It's good value IF you want the options it has. You save a little cash also because they bundles options.

Have fun deciding and building your Rubicon!

I agree the the LED headlights are very good. So are the taillights and particularly the brake lights which are quite important in being seen by others. Highly recommend the auxiliary switches if you are going to add anything electronic. Aftermarket switches stick out like a sore thumb. Don’t have Alpine but the basic sound is so so—there is distortion in the speakers.

 

[viper88]

I ended up getting Blk because no one had the stingray gray when I bought mine but I love the blk also!

Great looking! Black always looks awesome. It's the best color for many vehicles. For the first few minutes after a wash anyways. lol.

 

[ViperJon]

Before you invest in a Rubi research issues with the infotainment system, radio low volume, blue screen backup camera. One year and 2,700 miles of frustration sold mine.

And mines been absolutely flawless for a year and a half. Gee I guess one cannot draw a conclusion from one persons unfortunate incident when they make 22K a year. Go figure.....

 

[black_jeep_jl]

I say go for one of the fun colors. A Wrangler is one of the few vehicles that you can get away with having a “loud” color. I originally bought a black Sahara but ended up trading it in for a bikini pearl rubi. The unlimited (4 door) is more practical and looks better than the 2 door in my opinion. I def wouldn’t go without leather interior, remote proximity keyless entry, and the LED package. I’m happy with my Bikini pearl but I’m not sure why I didn’t get Punk’n metallic. I personally love my dark saddle leather interior too.

 

[viper88]

Before you invest in a Rubi research issues with the infotainment system, radio low volume, blue screen backup camera. One year and 2,700 miles of frustration sold mine.

I owned my JLR for about 13 months. Have the 8.4" Infotainment with Alpine and electronic noise canceling. No issues so far.

 

[Jeeporama]

My unbiased opinion says get a 4 door, ocean blue metallic, Rubi. You can add these if you have people who need a boost to get in.....

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